Large Print - The Phantom of the Opera - Grand Type Collector's Edition - Matte Hardcover with Dust Jacket - Leroux, Gaston
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Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: * 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. * Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. * Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. * Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make…mehr

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Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: * 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. * Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. * Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. * Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. Beneath the glittering chandeliers of the Paris Opera House lies a shadowed labyrinth where a mysterious figure, known only as the Phantom, makes his home. Erik, a man of extraordinary genius but marked by deformity, haunts the grand Palais Garnier, exerting terrifying control over its stage and performers. His fascination with Christine Daaé, a gifted young soprano, evolves into an obsession that binds her between his dark influence and her love for Raoul. As secrets unfold, Christine becomes the center of a gothic drama filled with passion, deception, and danger, where every note sung echoes with longing and menace. First serialized in 1909-1910, Gaston Leroux's The Phantom of the Opera fused gothic romance, mystery, and horror into a singular work of enduring power. Drawing inspiration from real rumors of underground tunnels and hidden chambers, Leroux crafted a haunting tale that has since become a cultural phenomenon. From the novel's publication to Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, the Phantom's story continues to captivate audiences worldwide as one of literature's most enduring legends.
Autorenporträt
Gaston Leroux, born on May 6, 1868, in Paris, France, was a journalist and novelist best known for his contributions to detective fiction. Initially trained as a lawyer, he shifted to journalism, covering significant events like the 1905 Russian Revolution. His vivid storytelling and investigative skills in journalism laid the groundwork for his later success as a novelist.In 1907, Leroux transitioned to fiction, publishing The Mystery of the Yellow Room, one of the earliest and most celebrated locked-room mysteries. His most famous work, The Phantom of the Opera (1909), showcased his mastery of blending suspense, romance, and gothic elements. Leroux also collaborated with filmmaker Arthur Bernède, founding a company to adapt novels into films, merging literature with emerging cinematic art.Leroux's innovative storytelling influenced both literature and film, with his works inspiring numerous adaptations. He passed away on April 15, 1927, in Nice, France, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneer in detective and gothic fiction. His imaginative tales continue to captivate audiences worldwide, cementing his place in literary history.